Weather Report for Sioux Lookout – Tuesday, December 5, 2023

A Mixed Bag of Weather

Current Conditions: Good morning, Sioux Lookout! It’s -4°C at 5:00 AM CST, and the day ahead promises a mix of conditions. Let’s dive into the forecast.

Daytime Forecast – Flurries and Freezing Drizzle: The day starts with cloudy skies and a 40 percent chance of flurries early this morning, along with a risk of freezing drizzle. The wind will be up to 15 km/h. Highs today will reach minus 5°C, with a wind chill near minus 11°C. Be cautious, as there may be slippery conditions.

Nighttime – Partly Cloudy and Cold: Monday night turns partly cloudy. The wind will be up to 15 km/h, and lows will drop to minus 13°C. The wind chill will be around minus 19°C in the evening. Bundle up!

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Wintry Mix with Risk of Freezing Rain

Daytime – Flurries, Ice Pellets, and Freezing Rain: Wednesday brings cloudy skies with a 60 percent chance of flurries or ice pellets in the morning and early in the afternoon. There’s also a risk of freezing rain. The wind will become south at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h in the morning and then become light in the afternoon. Highs will reach plus 1°C, but the morning wind chill will be minus 11°C.

Night – Cloudy with a Chance of Flurries: The night will have cloudy periods with a 60 percent chance of flurries and a low of minus 4°C. Keep warm and stay safe!

Wardrobe Suggestions

Dress warmly to tackle the cold and potential wintry mix. Start with thermal clothing, add a heavy winter jacket, a warm scarf, and insulated boots. Gloves and a snug hat are essential. Be extra cautious when traveling due to slippery conditions.

Weather Trivia: Freezing rain forms when raindrops freeze upon contact with cold surfaces, creating a glaze of ice. It can be beautiful but dangerous, making surfaces extremely slippery. Be cautious if freezing rain is in the forecast!